Table of contentsWhy does my dog walk so slow?9 reasons why your dog walks so slow#1: Your dog is afraid of something#2: Your dog wants to extend the walk#3: Pain#4: Infection#5: Parasites#6: Kidney cancer#7: Improper early socialization#8: Your dog dislikes walking on a leash#9: Age#BONUS: Your dog is trancingHow can I make my dog walk …
Dog Behavior
Table of contentsWhy do dogs lick one person more than another?Common situations:11 reasons why dogs lick one person more than the other#1: The dog associates the licked person with fun#2: You’re not a fan of licking (and your dog knows it)#3: You’ve taught your dog from an early age#4: Taste-testing#5: It’s the posture that draws …
Table of contentsWhy does my dog scratch the floor? People also ask: 9 reasons why your dog scratches the floor (like a bull)#1: Scratching for… comfort#2: Your dog is making their bed (literally)#3: It’s an ancestor thing#4: Scratching for… fun#5: Claiming what’s theirs#6: Medical issue #7: Emotionally-based scratching#8: Your doggo – the investigator#9: It’s an insect-chase-away ritualHow can …
Table of contentsWhy does my dog lick me when I wake up?Why is my dog so affectionate in the morning?13 reasons why your dog licks you so much in the morning (when you wake up)#1: Your dog has your blessing#2: Your dog has a salt radar#3: “I need something from you!”#4: Attention, attention#5: “Because I’m …
Table of contentsWhy does my dog suddenly scream (for no reason)?People also ask:13 reasons why your dog suddenly screams (and keeps screaming randomly)#1: Illness#2: Anxiety#3: Syringomyelia (SM)#4: Joint or muscle pain#5: Seizure#6: Infection-related screaming#7: Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD)#8: Excitement#9: Whining for attention#10: Boredom#11: Insect bite#12: A bad or an exciting dream#13: Fear 11 tips to stop …
Table of contentsWhy does my dog suddenly poop in the house?Common situations:Pooping out of spiteSome people think that if their dog pees or poops indoors and looks at them, it’s an act of disobedience. 9 reasons why your dog randomly pooped in the house (again)#1: Distraction in action#2: Fear and/or anxiety#3: Medical conditions#4: Life changes#5: You …
Table of contentsWhy does my dog roll on his toys?7 reasons why your dog rolls on his toys#1: Your dog is happy#2: Scent rolling#3: Your dog masks their own scent#4: It itches#5: Your dog stakes their claim on their toys#6: It’s all about play#7: Your dog gets an instant massage5 tips to stop your dog …
Table of contentsWhy do dogs roll in food?Why does my dog roll in his treats?5 reasons why dogs roll in their food and treats#1: Playing at mealtime#2: Resource guarding#3: Masking scent#4: Telling others about a food source#5: CommunicationBonus: Personal preference5 tips to stop your dog from rolling in their food and treats#1: Give your dog …
Table of contentsBefore we continue…13 dog breeds that can be left home alone for 8 hours#1: Miniature Schnauzer#2: Chihuahua#3: Basset Hound#4: Shar Pei#5: Maltese#6: Whippet#7: Greyhound#8: French Bulldog#9: Bullmastiff#10: Chow Chow#11: Akita#12: Boston Terrier#13: BasenjiA few words on separation anxiety What is separation anxiety? 9 tips when you leave a puppy home alone#1: Give your pup a …
Table of contentsDo dogs get tired of barking?People also ask:9 reasons for excessive dog barking#1: “Contagious” barking#2: Your dog wants attention#3: Your dog is territorial or protective#4: Your dog barks out of fear#5: Your dog is bored/lonely#6: Your dog barks to greet#7: Barking is reinforced#8: Your dog has separation anxiety#9: Medical problemsHow long can a …